The Bethel Police Department is currently accepting applications for the position of Full-Time Police Officer.  At this time in the process, applicants must be State of Connecticut P.O.S.T.C. certified, have completed their two-year employment requirements, and currently be employed as a full-time police officer in Connecticut.  Candidates must be able to pass all P.O.S.T. requirements for lateral transfers.  It is anticipated that a testing date for non-certified officers will be scheduled in early 2010. Salary steps above starting ($44,646) are available for Certified Officers. Top salary step by contract is $62,483 as of 07/01/2009.  Twenty-five (25) year pension (60%; 70% @ 30 years) with 75% Retirement Medical Benefits, 457 Deferred Comp Program, Education Incentive and Tuition Assistance, etc. An Initial Application Form for Connecticut Certified Officers can be obtained on-line at www.bethelpd.com.  The Town of Bethel is an EOE.

The Bridgeport Police Department is actively seeking candidates to create an eligibility list for entry level positions. Applicants must posses a high school diploma or equivalent and be 19 years of age to take part in the testing process. Candidates must be 21 years of age at the time of hire, U.S. citizen, and have a valid driver’s license. Submit your resume to bptctpd.academy@bridgeportct.gov

or forward it to Lieutenant Lonnie Blackwell, Bridgeport Police Department, Training Division, 405 Newfield Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06607. For additional information contact Julia at 203-576-8332.

The City of Bristol accepts applications for entry-level and certified lateral transfer police officers on an on-going basis.  Applications of non-certified candidates are kept on file until the next scheduled testing date.  Those eligible for lateral certification may apply to be added as a candidate on a lateral eligibility list at any time. Eligible candidates will be required to successfully complete each step of an initial testing process consisting of written, oral, and physical ability (valid C.H.I.P. card required) examinations.  A psychological, medical (including drug screen) and polygraph examination, as well as an extensive background investigation are required prior to hiring.  Police Officer salary range $50,970-$62,009. Comprehensive benefits package. Additional information and applications may be obtained at the City of Bristol Personnel Department, 111 North Main Street, 2nd floor, Bristol, CT 06010 or at www.ci.bristol.ct.us/jobs.   EOE, AA

The Town of East Windsor Police Department is presently conducting on-going recruitment for Entry-Level & Certified Lateral Transfer Police Officers to fill current and future vacancies. Salary range is $46,331 to $63,186.   Entry level applicants must be 21 years of age and possess a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver’s license.   Candidates should submit a resume to the East Windsor Police Department, Attention: Maria Root, 25 School Street, P.O. Box 477, East Windsor , CT  06088.  Lateral transfer applicants must be a POSTC certified officer or a Lateral Entry (out-of-state) police officer meeting POSTC requirements, with a minimum of two years full-time experience.  All candidates must pass a physical agility test, oral exam, psychological, polygraph, drug screening, and comprehensive background investigation to qualify.  To view the East Windsor Police Department web page please go to www.eastwindsorct.com and follow the Police Department links. Minorities & Females are strongly encouraged to apply.  EOE/MFH

Full-time positions; current CT P.O.S.T. certified officers.  Town of Madison Pre-employment exam required; minimum 2 years experience. Interested qualified persons should complete application & include resume (www.madisonct.org).   Follow link for detailed information.  Submit to Human Resource Director, Department of Human Resources, 10 Campus Drive, Madison, CT 06443 or via fax to 203-245-5625. Applications available at the Madison Police Department, 9 Campus Drive, Madison, CT, EOE/AA

The City of Meriden announces an open recruitment seeking POST Certified Officers for the position of Police Officer.  Candidates will be required to successfully complete a written examination, drug screening, physical ability test, thorough background investigation, polygraph, psychological, oral interview and physical examination.  A copy of current POST certification must accompany application, as well as a valid, current CHIP certification card.  Application must be obtained at and returned to: Personnel Department, City of Meriden , 142 East Main Street , Meriden, CT 06450  (203-630-4038).  Salary $57,283 - $62,857, educational incentives available.  EOE/M/F.

The City of Middletown is accepting applications from Connecticut Certified Police Officers interested in lateral transfer.  Interested parties must be a certified police officer in the State of Connecticut having served a minimum two (2) years full time in an official law enforcement capacity and must carry a valid Police Officer certification from the State of Connecticut, Police Officer Standards and Training Council. Copy of card must be attached to application.  Applicants must be able to complete all POSTC lateral certification requirements.  Salary range is $56,843 - $65,467 + benefits.  Contact:  Personnel Dept at 860/344-3487 or visit our website at www.cityofmiddletown.com. 

The Newington Police Department is currently accepting applications for the position of Full-Time Police Officer.  Applicants must be State of CT POSTC Certified.  Officers must have completed their two-year employment requirement and currently be employed as a full-time police officer in Connecticut.  Applicants must also pass an extensive background investigation and all other POSTC and Newington Police Department lateral transfer certification requirements. The Town of Newington offers a comprehensive benefit package and a salary range of $54,002 to $68,952 effective 07-01-07.  A non-refundable $25 application fee is required at the time your employment application is submitted.  Interested POSTC certified officers may pick up an application at the Town Manager’s Office,   Newington Town Hall or the Newington Police Department, 131 Cedar Street , Newington, or you may download an application from the Town website at www.newingtonct.gov .  For further information or any questions, please contact the Administrative Division of the Police

The Putnam Police Department is conducting on-going recruitment for Entry-Level & Certified Lateral Transfer Police Officers to fill current and future vacancies. Salary range is $45,364 to $62,004.   Entry level applicants must be at least 21 years of age and possess a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver’s license. Entry level candidates should contact the Law Enforcement Council of Connecticut at www.lawenforcementcouncil.org  to obtain a schedule of written examination dates. The results will be submitted to the Putnam Police Department which will then contact candidates. Lateral transfer applicants must be a POSTC certified officer or a Lateral Entry (out-of-state) police officer meeting POSTC requirements, with a minimum of two years full-time experience. Those POSTC certified candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume, and a photocopy of your POSTC certification card to: Chief Ricky L. Hayes, Putnam Police Department, 189 Church Street, Putnam, CT 06260. All candidates must pass a physical agility test, oral exam, psychological, polygraph, drug screening, and comprehensive background investigation to qualify.  To view the Putnam Police Department web page please go to www.putnampolice.com   If you have questions, contact: Chief Ricky L. Hayes at 860-928-6565 or email Putnam.pd@snet.net   EOE

State Capitol Police Officers patrol a seventeen acre campus in Downtown Hartford that includes the State Capitol and Legislative Office Buildings , garages and supporting State offices.   We work in partnership with the City of Hartford and the State Police Departments. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis in order to fill current and anticipated vacancies.   Police Officer Salary Range :  $42,028 to $70,839. Salary one year from date of hire with successful completion of Connecticut Police Academy:  $46,862 to $48,502.  Salary range for POST certified police officers: $48,332 to $57,403 based on experience.  The State Capitol Police Department's testing process includes but is not limited to: Written Test, Physical Agility Test, Oral Board, Chief's Interview, Background Investigation, Drug Screening Test, Polygraph Examination, Psychological Examination, and Medical Examination.   Applications are available to be filled out on-line at www.policeapp.com .  Additional information can be found on our department  web site at www.cga.ct.gov/cop .

The Yale University Police Department is currently accepting applications for the position of entry level police officer as part of an on-going open recruitment campaign.  Applicants must meet the minimum requirements set forth by the Police Officer Standards and Training Council.  Applications are available at Police Headquarters in the Rose Center located at 101 Ashmun Street, New Haven, Connecticut Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.  To download application material, view details regarding benefits and get information on the application process go to www.yale.edu/police or call Recruiting at 203-432-4427.